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In this episode, we explore the mysterious story of Olive Oatman—a young girl who survived a tragic attack, lived for years with the Mojave people, and later settled in Sherman, Texas.

Was she truly rescued… or taken from a life she had come to know?

Join us as we uncover a story of survival, identity, and the complicated truths behind westward expansion.

Sources

https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/fairchild-olive-ann-oatman

https://npg.si.edu/object/npg_NPG.2018.90?

https://npg.si.edu/object/npg_S_NPG.79.2?destination=node/63231%3Fedan_q%3Dolive%2520oatman

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This story takes us to the year 1861. Texas had been a state in the USA for just 16 years. Life was growing. Farms, towns, railroads.

But something was wrong across the United States.

The country was splitting apart and Texas had to make a decision.

Sources

National Archives (Civil War overview)

Texas State Historical Association

Library of Congress (Civil War resources)

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In our previous episodes we’ve discussed the most famous tribes in Texas such as the Caddo, Jumano and Comanche.

But today we're diving into the story of the Kickapoo people, a nation that has survived centuries of pressure, crossed international borders, and still maintains one of the most remarkable living cultures in North America. And a big part of that story runs right through Texas.

Today we answer the question: How did the Kickapoo end up in Texas?

References

kickapootribetx.com

Handbook of Texas Online — "Kickapoo Indians," Texas State Historical Association. tshaonline.org

https://nativeamericanmuseum.info/kickapoo-tribe-history-and-traditions/

https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/kickapoo-indians

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Long before recycling bins existed, ancient Texans were already solving a big problem. In this episode, uncover how skilled flint-knappers turned broken tools into something new—and why their clever ideas still matter today.

Sources

Texas Beyond History — University of Texas at Austin, Texas Archeological Research Laboratory (texasbeyondhistory.net)

Bullock Texas State History Museum, Austin, TX (thestoryoftexas.com)

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It started as a mission. It turned into a mistake.

In 1842, a group of Texan soldiers crossed into Mexico after being ordered to turn back. What they thought would be a quick success became a story of endurance, survival, and difficult choices.

Sources

• The Handbook of Texas Online — 'Mier Expedition.' Texas State Historical Association (TSHA). tshaonline.org
• The Handbook of Texas Online — 'Black Bean Episode.' Texas State Historical Association. tshaonline.org

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In this episode, we wrap up Women’s History Month by exploring the powerful stories of three Texas women who spoke up when it mattered most.

From a fearless journalist in Laredo who stood her ground against injustice, to a civil rights leader in Houston who helped challenge unfair laws, to a governor who broke barriers and led the entire state, these women used their voices to create real change.

You’ll hear the stories of:
📰 Jovita Idár
✊ Lulu Belle Madison White
🎤 Ann Richards

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March is Women’s History Month—a time to recognize the achievements of women across history.

These 3 Texas women made bold choices, faced real challenges, and changed the world around them: Jane Long, Clara Driscoll and Adina De Zavala.

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March 2 marks one of the most important days in Texas history. On that day in 1836, a group of delegates gathered at Washington-on-the-Brazos and signed the Texas Declaration of Independence, creating a brand-new country called the Republic of Texas.

In this episode of Texas History for Kids, we rewind the clock to explore the events that led to the revolution. From the arrival of settlers and rising tensions with Mexico to the first shot at Gonzales, the fall of the Alamo, the tragedy at Goliad, and the decisive Battle of San Jacinto, we follow the timeline that changed Texas forever.

Remember, history goes beyond the textbooks. Stay curious.

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